Senior Technical Program Manager
Modern Technology Solutions
Dayton, OH · Posted October 23, 2026
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About the job
MTSI is seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) with an active TS/SCI clearance to support a Government Program Management Office (PMO) and Program Manager (PM). This role involves providing project management, acquisition support, and technical oversight for customer development efforts at Wright-Patterson AFB in Dayton, OH.
The Senior TPM will assist the PMO in creating and coordinating cost, scheduling, and contracting documentation, as well as play a crucial role in the planning and execution of multiple technology development efforts. The ideal candidate will interpret and adapt directives and regulations to ensure that high-quality, supportable, and effective products are developed and sustained across their lifecycle. In addition, this individual will provide technical and programmatic support for enterprise IT systems, command and control systems, and computer-related technologies. Occasional travel, up to 25%, may be required based on Government needs.
Responsibilities
Providing project management, acquisition support, and technical oversight for customer development efforts.
Collaborating with program managers, lead project engineers, contracts, finance, and program teams to execute efforts efficiently.
Maintaining awareness of project challenges, planning for significant events, and assisting with the preparation and release of BAAs, RFPs, and associated contract documents.
Assisting the Government in awarding and managing contracts, including pre-award documentation, source selection activities, and post-award support.
Conducting reviews of contract deliverables, technical reports, schedules, and cost performance reports to provide assessments to the PMO.
Monitoring performance of prime and subcontractors, reporting progress, and advising Government leadership on recommendations.
Supporting the development and approval of acquisition strategies, capability development planning, and program transitions to designated Program Executive Officers.
Creating and communicating roadmaps for associated technologies and product lines.
Managing integration plans and resources to facilitate program transitions.
Supporting milestone planning, scheduling, briefing preparation, and decision documentation.
Providing technical support to the project team, including compliance with tasks related to JCIDS, CONOPS, architectural views, security certifications, and acquisition reports.
Identifying and mitigating risks in technology development projects.
Coordinating DD Form 254 requirements with program staff and industry.
Participating in collaboration initiatives, working groups, and team planning offsites.
Building trusted and influential relationships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
Functioning independently while also working collaboratively with engineering, program management, and security teams.
Required Experience
18+ years of acquisition experience, with a focus on:
DoD acquisition projects and contracting strategies.
Development of acquisition documentation such as J&A documents, Acquisition Strategy Plans, Statements of Objectives (SOO), and Statements of Work (SOW) for R&D efforts.
Experience working on classified and/or special access programs (SAP).
Knowledge of military platforms, systems, operations, networking, communications, and datalinks.
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and independently handle complex tasks
Proficiency with collaboration tools, including Confluence and/or Jira.
Extensive experience in acquisition and contract management, program execution, and Federal Acquisition Regulations compliance.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to develop concise, effective briefings/reports for senior leaders and stakeholders.
Skilled at problem definition, coordination with high-level personnel, and collaboration in a team-based environment.
Experience monitoring complex program integrations and execution across multiple systems.
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Desired Education
An advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Engineering or a related technical field.
Active Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification (Level II/III).
Desired Experience
Knowledge of Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) frameworks, directives, and policies.
Experience providing technical support and delivering solutions for DoD technology development efforts.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project for conducting financial and scheduling analyses.
Required Clearance
Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility.
SAP Experience: At least 12 months of experience within Special Access Programs in the last three years.
U.S. Citizenship is required due to contract requirements.
The pay range for this position in is $150,000/year to $200,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.
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